Articles on Pre-War Architecture

West End Avenue’s Sublime Charm

845 West End Avenue

When renowned architect Rosario Candela designed 915 West End Avenue in 1922,  it was designed in classic and elegant harmony with the rest of the stately, regal facades on the leafy riverside esplanade. Almost a century later, the stretch of the Upper West Side near Riverside Park is still a wondrously sublime respite from the usual cacophony of city life.

Upper West Side, Ultra-Luxe, Pre-War Buildings

View of the Upper West Side from The Orleans condominium.

Manhattan’s Upper West Side is one of New York City’s most luxurious neighborhoods, and it grants easy access to some of the city’s best cultural attractions and finest establishments. With the Lincoln Center, Central Park, Museum of Natural History, and Riverside Park to surround this pre-war architectural neighborhood, it’s no wonder why it’s one of the most desired.

Modern Classic Living: 5 Robert A.M. Stern Buildings that Define Manhattan Luxury

Side by side renderings of 220 Central Park South, with the new rendering on the left.

Rendering comparison via The Real Deal

220 Central Park South just got a new rendering, and it looks as promising as ever. Understandably, many industry experts expect it to be the most sought-after condominium around Billionaires’ Row upon its completion; in addition to its ultra-luxe finishes and amenities, residents will also enjoy exclusive views of Central Park. Naturally, a building of this caliber needs architecture to match, so Vornado Realty Trust tapped renowned architect Robert A.M. Stern to draft its skyline-defining design.